Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 86" Bons Bois 1986
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Glen Grant
★ 5.00
£106
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 86" Bons Bois 1986
Vallein-Tercinier
£160
| Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 86" Bons Bois 1986 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Vallein-Tercinier |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 52.5% | 40% |
| Age | 20 yr | NAS |
| Price | £106.37 | £160 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 86" Bons Bois 1986
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 86" Bons Bois 1986
Quick verdict
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £106 vs £160.
For beginners: Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 86" Bons Bois 1986 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£106.37 vs £160)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 86" Bons Bois 1986
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£160 vs £106.37)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 20 Year Old 1992 (cask 446106) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Vallein?
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 86" Bons Bois 1986 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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